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boolean

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A single value of either TRUE or FALSE

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Algorithm

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A precise sequence of instructions for processes that can be executed by a computer

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selection

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A generic term for a type of programming statement (usually an if-statement) that uses a Boolean condition to determine, or select, whether or not to run a certain block of statements.

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To code

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(v) to write code, or to write instructions for a computer.

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Low level programming language

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A programming language that captures only the most primitive operations available to a machine. Anything that a computer can do can be represented with combinations of low level commands.

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variable

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a factor that can change in an experiment

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Function

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A function is a procedure that performs one or more tasks within a computer program. Usually they are simple, but some can be complex.

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top down design

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a problem solving approach (also known as stepwise design) in which you break down a system to gain insight into the sub-systems that make it up.

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conditionals

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Statements that only run under certain conditions.

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hexadecimal

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A base-16 number system that uses sixteen distinct symbols 0-9 and A-F to represent numbers from 0 to 15.

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parameter

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(n.) a determining or characteristic element; a factor that shapes the total outcome; a limit, boundary

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api

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a collection of commands made available to a programmer

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Procedure

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a set of coded instructions that tell a computer how to run a program.

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iteration

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the repetition of a process or utterance.

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Program

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Provide a computer or other machine with coded instructions for the automatic performance of a particular task.

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Abstraction

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a simplified representation of something more complex. Abstractions allow you to hide details to help you manage complexity, focus on relevant concepts, and reason about problems at a higher level.

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libary

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a collection of commands / functions, typically with a shared purpose

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Repeat

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a programming construct that creates repitition

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sequencing

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Putting commands in correct order so computers can read the commands.

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parameter

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An extra piece of information that you pass to the function to customize it for a specific need.

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iterate

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To repeat in order to achieve, or get closer to, a desired goal.

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High level programming language

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A programming language with many commands and features designed to make common tasks easier to program. Any high level functionality is encapsulated as combinations of low level commands.

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Syntax

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Rules of the programming language

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documentation

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a description of the behavior of a command, function, library, API, etc.

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